Senior M&E Specialist
World Food Programme (WFP)
WFP's Office of Evaluation is looking for a Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist to lead impact assessments for food security and nutrition programs in emergency settings. The specialist will design evaluation frameworks, manage data collection and analysis, and produce evidence-based reports for decision-making. They will also build capacity of national M&E staff and partners. Requirements: advanced degree in statistics, economics, or related field; at least 8 years in M&E for humanitarian programs; and a Diploma in Strategic Monitoring and Evaluation is highly desirable.
### Strategic Analysis
This Senior M&E Specialist role at WFP is pivotal in ensuring that emergency food security and nutrition interventions are evidence-based and accountable. In complex humanitarian crises, where resources are scarce and time is critical, rigorous impact assessment is not just a technical exercise—it is a moral imperative. By designing robust evaluation frameworks and translating data into actionable insights, this specialist enables WFP and its partners to adapt strategies in real time, saving lives and reducing suffering. Moreover, building the capacity of national M&E staff ensures that evidence-driven decision-making becomes sustainable, strengthening local resilience and ownership. This role sits at the nexus of data, policy, and practice, making it essential for effective humanitarian response. As the global community faces increasing climate shocks and conflicts, the demand for such strategic evidence leaders will only grow.